Tragic Collision on Pan American Freeway Claims a Life [Albuquerque, NM]

Albuquerque, NM (October 10, 2025) — A fatal collision on Pan American Freeway Tuesday afternoon claimed the life of a person.

According to the Albuquerque Police Department, the shocking incident happened around 4:10 p.m. near Jefferson Street. .

Officers and crews from Albuquerque Fire Rescue and Bernalillo County Fire Rescue responded to the crash.

Emergency responders found multiple vehicles involved and performed CPR on one victim, who sadly did not survive.

Authorities reported that other people involved in the crash suffered only minor injuries. Investigators are also looking into reports of a possible secondary crash in the same area.

Police have closed Jefferson Street and both directions of the Pan American Freeway near Jefferson as the APD Fatal Crash Team continues its investigation. The southbound lanes have since been extended to close near San Mateo. Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes.

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The Sweet Lawyers extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the victim. Losing a loved one in a crash is an unimaginable tragedy, and our thoughts are with everyone affected by this loss.

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